Refactoring English
Refactoring English
Effective Writing for Software Developers
Simple, practical techniques to improve your writing.
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Most software developers are weak writers because they don’t try.
Improve your writing the same way you became a better programmer: by learning effective techniques and how to apply them.
Refactoring English will improve your writing in areas that matter most to developers, including:
- Design documents
- Tutorials
- Blog posts
- Emails
What readers say
Refactoring English is a timeless resource for developers who want to communicate more effectively through better writing. Its practical advice on getting to the point, choosing titles, and organizing information has helped me make my writing more discoverable and concise.
Cliff Brake Founder of BEC Systems and host of the TMPDIR podcast
Amazing book packed with practical tools for improving your technical writing, from learning how to write good hooks to understanding how to make AI a genuinely helpful writing tool. It’s one of the most valuable resources I’ve come across in years.
Dylan Castillo Blogger and founder of Iwana Labs
I’ve blogged about networking and Linux for over a decade, but I never paid attention to how much the first few lines of a post matter. Hours of writing are wasted if the reader leaves after the first sentence. Michael’s book taught me that choosing the right title and opening with a strong hook keep people reading, and my articles now reach a much wider audience. As a non-native English speaker, I also picked up techniques to improve my writing.
Vincent Bernat Blogger and open-source developer
Frequently asked questions
Do you offer regional pricing?
If you’re in a country where the standard price is unaffordable, I offer the ebook at discounted regional pricing according to purchasing power parity.
Can I buy copies for my whole team?
Yes, I offer discounted team rates for the ebook. Select the option below that matches your team or company:
For bulk rates on the print version, shoot me an email.
Can I see free samples?
Yep. Preview chapters are available in the table of contents, and you can read the PDF sample chapter to see formatting in the print and PDF versions.
Can I purchase the ebook and paperback together?
I currently don’t have a way to buy as a single bundle, but if you buy the ebook, you will receive an option to buy the paperback copy for the cost of printing ($22 + shipping).
If you buy the paperback first and would like a discount on the ebook, send me an email.
Satisfaction guarantee
I don’t want anyone to feel this book wasn’t worth the money.
If you’re dissatisfied with the book for any reason, email me within 30 days of your purchase, and I’ll refund 100% of your purchase.
Purchase
Launch week discount 30% off until October 11th
Format Ebook Regular price$49 Sale price$35 Instant download as DRM-free PDF/EPUB or read on the web. Paperback Regular price$59 Sale price$40 Ships in 5-7 business days.Regional and team pricing available